Ensure the headset is pluged in
First check that the headset the candidate will be using is connected correctly to the computer
Ensure you only have one headset enabled
You must ensure only the headset the candidate will be using for the test is enabled on the computer, and no other headphones or microphones.
It is common for Laptops to have built in speakers and microphones. These will need to be disabled for the test.
Please find steps for checking this for your Operating System here:
Windows 7, 8.1 & 10
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In the Windows Task Bar, Right Click on the Speaker Icon
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Click Playback devices
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This will display a list of the audio playback devices on this computer. Right click on any devices that are not the headset the candidate will use, and click Disable.
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Only the headset should be left enabled
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Click on the Recording tab to see the recording devices on this computer. Similar to the above steps, if there are any other recording devices, they will need to be disabled before the test.
Re-enabling devices
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If you need to re-enable any other devices after the test, right click in the window and click Show Disabled Devices
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Right Click on the required device and click Enable
Third Party Sound Controller Applications
Please note if you have any Third Party Sound Controller Applications installed, the settings on there can conflict with Flash and prevent it from working. If this is the case, you will need to ensure the settings are correct, or disable this application.
This is an example screenshot of one of these applications:
